wearing mask 11 hr flight has anyone done it
Jul 21, 2020, 12:16 pm
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I have been wearing N95 painter's masks purchased at Home Depot or Lowes on trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific flights since the 1990s. I put on the mask once I get seated, and once we are in the air and I put the seat flat, I am asleep. I awaken on the descent, and the mask keeps my throat and nose from drying out or becoming sore.
Today's pandemic notwithstanding, I recommend masks just for increased respiratory comfort on the aircraft.
Today's pandemic notwithstanding, I recommend masks just for increased respiratory comfort on the aircraft.
Jul 22, 2020, 11:26 am
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Has anyone done it?
Yes, and thousands of people are doing it as we speak.
By "less oxygen", I assume you're referring to the fact that the cabin pressurization is similar to what you'd experience at 6000-8000 feet altitude. So I guess it's similar to wearing a mask in Vail, which people certainly do.
Yes, and thousands of people are doing it as we speak.
By "less oxygen", I assume you're referring to the fact that the cabin pressurization is similar to what you'd experience at 6000-8000 feet altitude. So I guess it's similar to wearing a mask in Vail, which people certainly do.
Jul 23, 2020, 12:28 am
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A friend just returned from a 16 hours flight .. he thinks it seems the “ same “ as in other flights before having masks on .
Rather low loads , but tricky when full . One has to be creative .
Possibly have PE & Y to oneself , on certain airlines , while business will be ‘ crowded ‘ .
Certain routes will be at about capacity as reduced number of flights
Rather low loads , but tricky when full . One has to be creative .
Possibly have PE & Y to oneself , on certain airlines , while business will be ‘ crowded ‘ .
Certain routes will be at about capacity as reduced number of flights
Jul 23, 2020, 7:30 am
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I believe most airlines are serving *some* food on long-haul international. The emails I've gotten about reduced service suggest that...although it's not 100% clear what the changes are.
The emails I've gotten generally say something like "please put your mask on after you finish eating or drinking."
The emails I've gotten generally say something like "please put your mask on after you finish eating or drinking."
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Jul 23, 2020, 11:34 am
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I have been wearing N95 painter's masks purchased at Home Depot or Lowes on trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific flights since the 1990s. I put on the mask once I get seated, and once we are in the air and I put the seat flat, I am asleep. I awaken on the descent, and the mask keeps my throat and nose from drying out or becoming sore.
Today's pandemic notwithstanding, I recommend masks just for increased respiratory comfort on the aircraft.
Today's pandemic notwithstanding, I recommend masks just for increased respiratory comfort on the aircraft.
https://www.healthline.com/health-ne...ction-use-only
Jul 26, 2020, 10:23 am
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Are you wearing the industrial version which does not filter when exhaling? Painter's mask typically filter only when inhaling.
https://www.healthline.com/health-ne...ction-use-only
https://www.healthline.com/health-ne...ction-use-only
Jul 26, 2020, 3:03 pm
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You are correct. Those masks actually do not filter exhaled droplets and spread them over a wider area than not wearing a mask. I wear that type of mask in my shop for my woodworking projects.
Jul 26, 2020, 8:49 pm
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You are not going to have any issues with oxygen unless you are near death at ground level under normal circumstances. That’s just made up nonsense from people who would rather your friends and family die than take precautions. The only issue with wearing a mask for that long is that quite a few types will start hurting your ears. I preferred to have a couple of different types to cycle between (or ideally get one that doesn’t strain the ears).
Aug 2, 2020, 8:26 am
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You are not going to have any issues with oxygen unless you are near death at ground level under normal circumstances. That’s just made up nonsense from people who would rather your friends and family die than take precautions. The only issue with wearing a mask for that long is that quite a few types will start hurting your ears. I preferred to have a couple of different types to cycle between (or ideally get one that doesn’t strain the ears).
Personally, while not exerting yourself, it's not so bad. I also find the disposable ones to be the most comfortable.